Mobility Powerchairs from Buit Mobility Solutions provides safe way to travel just about anywhere. Whether your looking to move around your home or go shopping with ease. We have a large showroom with an extensive selection of powerchairs. Call us today at 1-877-273-1197 to speak to a local mobility expert or stop in and test drive one today.
About PowerChairs
Powerchairs are generally four-wheeled or six-wheeled and non-folding, however some folding designs exist and other designs may have some ability to partially dismantle for transit.
Four general styles of powerchair drive systems exist: front, centre or rear wheel drive and all-wheel drive. Powered wheels are typically somewhat larger than the trailing/castoring wheels, while castoring wheels are typically larger than the castors on a manual chair. Centre wheel drive powerchairs have castors at both front and rear for a six-wheel layout.
The seating on a powerchair can vary in design. Starting with a basic sling seat and backrest made of vinyl or nylon, some chairs have an optional padding, some have more comfortable cushion and backrest options which may include a head rest. There are companies which can fit their own backrests and seat cushions for people with increased need for stability in the trunk, or at increased risk of pressure sores from sitting out. Finally, specialist seating solutions are available for users who need individually tailored support. Leg rests may be integrated into the seating design and may have powered adjustment for those users who need to vary their leg position. Powerchairs may also have a tilt-in-space, or reclining facility for users who are unable to maintain an upright seating position indefinitely. This function can also help with comfort by shifting pressure to different areas for a while, or with positioning in a wheelchair when a user needs to be hoisted in.
Certain high-end powerchairs feature a ‘standing’ capability in which either the entire seat elevates to bring the user to standing height or the seat-base, seat-back and leg rests move in conjunction to bring the user into an upright position. The powerchair may or may not be able to move while in the elevated position.
Mobility PowerChairs come in various types:
- Small, light scooters for travel, which fold or are easily disassembled into smaller parts for transport.
- Mid-range powerchairs, which are intended for both indoor and outdoor use.
- Large, powerchairs for rough outdoor terrain.
Usually mid-range mobility powerchairs have a speed of about 5 to 8 mph .
